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Eagle Vail’s Mikaela Shiffrin becomes the fifth American to win the overall World Cup globe. She joins Phil Mahre,(1981,1982, 1983) Bode Miller (2006, 2008) Lindsey Vonn (2008, 2009, 2010, 2012) and Tamara McKinney. Tamara McKinney was the first American woman to win the overall title. Mikaela finished a solid 318 points ahead of second-place Iika Stuhec of Slovenia. Mikaela also clinched her fourth slolom title in five years. She has 31 career World Cup victories, only two short of tying Bode Miller for second all-time in the U.S. racing history. Lindsey Vonn is first with 77 wins. We look forward to watching Mikaela Shiffrin next season!

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Over the years, being in the real estate business, it’s been fun watching the home design trends change. Like fashion, home designs change a lot. According to Houzz, these are a few trends you can expect to see in homes in 2017.

Satin brass finishes have been making a comeback in recent years. The satin or brushed brass seems to bring a warmer look.

Hardworking Kitchen Storage Walls are bringing more open space and creates a one-stop hub freeing up the rest of the space for a breezy look.

White With Off White brings a refreshing look. Balancing a white palette with a creamy off white and natural linen hues creates a breathtaking look that can be rich with character.

Splurging in Laundry Rooms – Everyone knows that kitchens and bathrooms get the big remodel budgets but laundry room are now seeing the love. Design tricks include bringing more light into the room and more storage.

Outdoor Feeling Indoor Showers – An outdoor shower is highly desirable but it is not practical in most states year round. Designers and homeowners are looking to intimate courtyards and creative site placement to create bathrooms that connect deeply to the outdoors while still maintaining privacy.

Abundant Storage– Homeowners have demanded more storage space so newer homes are featuring enormous walk-in closets, spacious dressing rooms and plenty of built in cabinets. Garage are also getting larger to accommodate the larger SUV’s and all of our gear.